Assistant Teaching Professor of Modern Lang & Lit (Italian Studies) at William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia

Job Description:

Position Number:

F0A70W

Assistant Teaching Professor of Modern Lang & Lit (Italian Studies)

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at William & Mary is the oldest program in modern languages in the United States. The department traces its beginning to the establishment of a professorship in modern languages at William & Mary in a curriculum reform instituted by Thomas Jefferson in 1779. Today that single professorship has grown to nearly 50 faculty members offering courses in eight languages, literatures and cultures. Faculty members of every rank are engaged in teaching at all levels, in study abroad programs, in a variety of research activities, and in service to the College, the community, and the profession.

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 3-year, non-tenure track full-time teaching faculty instructional position that will begin August 10, 2025. This full-time teaching faculty appointment carries a service component commensurate with rank and comes with the possibility of ongoing renewals and a framework for promotion.



We seek an individual with expertise in Italian language pedagogy who has previous successful university teaching experience of the Italian language at all levels through innovative pedagogical methods such as the use of music, art, and other forms of media. This individual will possess the ability to develop and teach innovative courses at the college level as well as experience or demonstrated interest in coordinating an Italian language program; working closely with our International Fellow to supervise the pedagogical and cultural activities of the Italian House; and supervising Italian House activities including undergraduate teaching assistants. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load.

A Master's degree in Italian language pedagogy, Italian studies, or second language acquisition. Native or near-native fluency in Italian and English.

Evidence of previous experience.

N/A

3KD510 Modern Languages Dept

William & Mary

10/03/2024

11/01/2024

12/01/2024

No

Faculty

Applicants must apply online at
https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and a statement of teaching interests that describes your approach to teaching and mentoring and that may incorporate a discussion of how your past scholarly work informs your approach. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Italian language in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, November 1, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).


Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none